Thank you for joining me today for this five-minute guided meditation.
This session helps to calm anxious thoughts and feelings by following the breath and noticing points in our body as an anchor.
So I invite you now to settle into a comfortable seated position with your feet planted on the floor.
You may close your eyes if you wish.
Sit with your back supported or simply sit upright if you're able.
Now allow your shoulders to relax.
Place one hand over your heart center and the other hand on your abdomen.
And we'll begin by taking three deep breaths in through the nose and out through the mouth.
Let's start.
Breathe in deeply and out.
Breathe in and out.
Breathe in and out.
Now allow your breath to come to its natural rhythm.
Become aware of the flow of your breath.
Allow the breath as air travels through your nose.
Notice the rise and fall of your chest as you breathe in and out.
Feel your abdomen expand and contract with each breath.
Allow the breath to relax you.
Now thoughts may come and grab your attention and that is perfectly okay.
When you notice this simply smile and let the thoughts pass by like clouds floating away.
Be kind to yourself and gently return your attention to the rhythm of your breath.
Continue to follow the breath.
No need to change it.
Just observe.
Feel your body relax with every full breath in.
Release tension and tightness with each exhale.
Feel the warmth of your touch as you breathe and let that warmth move from your hand to your chest and into your heart and know that you are loved.
Know that you are in control of this moment.
Notice the feeling wash over you and sit with the knowledge that the present is what matters most.
Notice the support you feel on your sit bones and along your legs.
Feel the ground supporting your feet and know that you are safe.
Take in one last deep breath in and exhale.
When you are ready,
Slowly open your eyes feeling calm,
Clear and ready to tackle whatever comes next in your day with ease.
